Cruise Biju John | September 10, 2026

The Ritz-Carlton Yacht Collection Introduces Its Summer 2028 Mediterranean and Northern Europe Season

The Ritz-Carlton Yacht Collection announced its Summer 2028 European itineraries, featuring 52 voyages aboard Evrima and Ilma across the Mediterranean and Northern Europe. Sailing from late April through October 2028, the season takes guests from the lively coastlines of the Mediterranean to the dramatic fjords and rugged landscapes of Northern Europe, revealing the u

Season Highlights
- 52 voyages aboard Evrima and Ilma from April–October 2028.
- Regions covered: Mediterranean & Northern Europe.
- New ports of call: Gijón, Spain and Portovenere, Italy.
- Voyage length: 4–9 nights, with roundtrip departures from Rome, Monte Carlo, Athens, Venice, and Reykjavík.

Mediterranean Focus
- Italian Riviera, Aegean islands, Adriatic coast.
- Culinary and cultural immersion: oyster harvesting in Croatia, winery tastings in Mallorca, Jeep exploration in Milos.
- Highlights: Portofino, Santorini, Amalfi, Valletta.

Northern Europe Focus
- Norway’s UNESCO fjords, Baltic capitals, Iceland’s volcanic terrain.
- Scenic sail-ins with waterfalls, cliffs, and glaciers.
- Experiences: helicopter tours over Iceland’s lava fields, caviar tastings in Bordeaux.

Featured Itineraries
Evrima:
- May 14, 2028 | 7-Night Nice → Rome (French Riviera, Portovenere, Elba).
- July 12, 2028 | 9-Night London → Copenhagen (Norway fjords, Kristiansand, Aalborg).

Ilma:
- May 9, 2028 | 7-Night Athens Round Trip (Mykonos, Santorini, Patmos, Amorgos, Nafplio). - July 27, 2028 | 7-Night Rome Round Trip (Valletta, Taormina, Amalfi Coast, southern Italy).

Guest Experience
- Bespoke excursions: private, group, or custom.
- Luxurious onboard amenities: The Ritz-Carlton Spa®, fine dining, marina access.
- Intimate yacht atmosphere: Evrima (298 guests), Ilma (448 guests), Luminara (452 guests).

This season is designed to balance slow, unhurried days at sea with immersive cultural exploration ashore, offering two distinct perspectives on Europe—Mediterranean vibrancy and Northern European grandeur.